IT System Integration Specialist

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled IT System Integration Specialist to support business strategies by designing and deploying innovative integration processes. This role acts as a vital link between legacy systems and new technologies, enhancing shop-floor operations and contributing to the success of a large-scale manufacturing site. It is a pivotal, visible position that offers the opportunity to shape technological transformation in alignment with operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and enhance integration architectures to optimize business processes across diverse computing environments.
• Analyze and address integration needs to improve workflow efficiency, supporting organizational goals.
• Combine legacy tools with cutting-edge technologies to deliver innovative solutions.
• Operate as an expert and mentor in IT technologies, establishing standards and educating others.
• Provide hands-on technical expertise for existing systems, ensuring reliable operations and problem resolution.
• Collaborate with business process owners on manufacturing application deployments.
• Apply project management methodologies to communicate progress and deliver strategic solutions.
• Promote adherence to IT standards and conventions while influencing organizational practices.
• Commit to continuous learning and recommend advancements in technology to enhance operations.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Solid understanding of systems architecture, lifecycle management, and hardware operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with varied technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of an organization, from shop-floor personnel to senior management.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, using logical reasoning and critical thinking to devise effective solutions.
• Self-driven and dependable, with a commitment to meeting objectives efficiently.
• Strong time-management abilities and a proactive work ethic.
• Adaptable under stress, capable of resolving conflict and managing high-pressure situations.
• Skilled in active listening and interpersonal communication.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Mathematics.
• At least 5 years of experience with SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) methodologies.
• A minimum of 4 years of hands-on systems integration experience.
• Proficiency in SQL programming (Oracle PL/SQL, MS SQL-Server, SQL, T-SQL) with at least 3 years of practical experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in database design and implementation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with integration or ETL software such as SSIS, Active-MQ, WebSphere, or Talend.
• Technical knowledge of XML and B2MML.
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server Applications, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Team Foundation Server, Oracle or SAP ERP applications, Rockwell Historian, or OSI Soft PI.
• Proficiency in web development technologies like Java, .NET, SharePoint Designer, and JBOSS.
• Manufacturing expertise in areas such as quality management, order processing, planning and scheduling, shipping, or operations management.
• Strong learning orientation, collaborative personality, and communication skills.